Deputy Nursery Manager

HealthJobs4U Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private nursery provider in Cricklewood, London, is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support day-to-day operations. This role involves leading staff, ensuring compliance with care standards, and fostering partnerships with parents. Candidates must have previous management experience, an Early Years qualification, and Paediatric First Aid certification. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Very Competitive Salary

Company pension scheme

On-site free parking

Childcare discount

Company events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a nursery management role.
• Paediatric First Aid certification needed.
• Understanding of EYFS and safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Support the nursery manager in daily operations.
• Lead and mentor junior staff to ensure high standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance.

Skills

Excellent ICT skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Zero2Five are proud to be working with a private 54 place nursery who are looking to employ an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager for their quality setting based near Cricklewood, London. As Deputy Manager, you will play a vital leadership role in supporting the effective day-today running of the nursery

The successful candidate will support the Nursery Manager in the effective day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. The Deputy Manager plays a vital leadership role in guiding staff, upholding high standards of care and education, and supporting each child’s individual learning and development journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the overall management and organisation of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education are consistently maintained.
• Building strong, professional partnerships with parents and carers to support children’s development and well-being.
• Leading and mentoring the Third in Charge, Room Leaders, and junior staff to foster a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Managing staff rotas and always ensuring compliance with staff-to-child ratios.
• Supporting the Manager with staff supervision, including peer observations and audits of practice.
• Acting as the Manager’s deputy in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making.
• Undertaking risk assessments and ensuring all policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensuring classroom displays are purposeful and well-maintained, and that regular health and safety checks are carried out.
• Carrying out any additional duties as directed by the Manager to support the smooth running of the nursery.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience as a Nursery Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, Assistant Nursery Manager, or a similar leadership role.
• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Paediatric First Aid certification and a commitment to maintain it
• A thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding policies.
• Excellent ICT and communication skills.
• A current and clean DBS certificate.

Benefits

• Very Competitive Salary

• 46 working weeks per year (nursery closed for 2 weeks during Christmas, Easter, and Summer)
• Company pension scheme
• On-site free parking
• Childcare discount
• Company events

If this sounds like the type of vacancy you feel you have been looking for, then apply today! Or email your most up to date CV to [e-mail]